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Macron’s approach to negotiation, which sees China as having a pivotal role in bringing about peace in Ukraine, has seen him at odds with allies in the European Union.
Among Ukraine’s allies, there is skepticism that China can act as a neutral intermediary given its “no-limits friendship” with Russia. The countries have repeatedly pledged to strengthen ties, including a call on Monday to boost cooperation between their militaries. China has also made no obvious signs to pressure Russia to stop its invasion.
Ursula von der Leyen, chief of the European Commission, has today told EU leaders to show unity in the face of China.
She said: “A strong European China policy relies on strong coordination between member states and EU institutions and on the willingness to avoid divide and conquer tactics.
“We have already in the recent days and weeks seen those tactics in action and it is now time for Europe to move to action too. Now is the time to demonstrate our collective will.
“Having this clear-eyed assessment of the Chinese Communist Party’s actions and direction of travel – actually, including its relations with Putin’s Russia and its attitude towards the war in Ukraine – is a prerequisite for today’s discussion.”
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